Microsoft has partner with Laplink to provide users with a free data transfer following their upgrade, with Laplink PCmover Express for Windows XP representing a hassle-free way to move files, settings and user profiles from old Windows XP computer to new Windows PCs.

To use Laplink, all that is needed is an old Windows XP computer and a new Windows 7 or later PC both connected to the Internet.

Extending the migration support further, Microsoft’s Windows Compatibility Center lists thousands of the most popular apps and devices to users easily identify what will or won't work with various versions of Windows.

Users can use the site to get links to driver downloads and software updates, as well as view what other users have to say about product compatibility.